1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 2011 Porsche Boxster

To start off, 2011 Porsche Boxster is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 23 kg more than 2011 Porsche Boxster.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 2011 Porsche Boxster
Make Alfa Romeo Porsche
Model 2600 Boxster
Year Released 1965 2011
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 2584 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1374 kg 1351 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4371 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1293 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2416 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 64 L


 

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